...

Learning at Oxford

For the first time in school, I feel respected by my teachers. They care about how I learn and what I am passionate about.

One to one learning customized to each student allows for deep, engaged learning everyday.

Educating young men one to one since 1906

Our teachers are content specialists who understand that each student has a unique learning profile. Using a relational model grounded in the Socratic method, they provide meaningful classes that spark student curiosity. We know our boys deserve a dignified, focused and success orientated educational experience.  They want to move from surviving in school to THRIVING and that is why our educational model truly prepares them for college and beyond.

Highlights of our Program

  • One teacher, one student
  • Opportunity to accelerate
  • Strengthen study skills/ habits
  • Credit recovery
  • Set your own class pace
  • Identify how you learn best
  • Faculty/student partnerships
  • Supervised study between classes
  • 100% college acceptance
  • Collaborative learning opportunities
  • 20-30 minutes class time
  • Reach your full potential
  • College preparatory

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Oxford Academy Educational Programs

How does Oxford Academy ensure students acquire essential skills for their future challenges?

Oxford teachers meticulously focus on developing students’ thinking, organizational, and communication skills, ensuring they are well-prepared for future endeavors.

When does curriculum planning start for students at Oxford Academy?

The curriculum planning process begins during the admission process, involving one-to-one interviews with the Head of School, Dean of Studies, and Dean of Students.

How are individualized instruction and assessment implemented at Oxford Academy?

The Oxford Method of Individualized Instruction is rooted in weekly progress evaluations, allowing teachers to tailor expectations and balance demands based on each student’s skill level.

What is the significance of the daily structure at Oxford Academy?

Each academic day is structured with 20-minute instructional periods followed by an hour of study time, promoting immediate practice of newly-learned concepts and effective time management.

How does Oxford Academy adapt coursework to suit each student’s needs and interests?

Courses are adjusted based on individual interests, background knowledge, and skills. The school offers an array of texts for each subject, allowing for a personalized learning experience.

What role does weekly feedback play in students’ academic experience at Oxford Academy?

Frequent feedback, including progress assessments and teacher comments, establishes a direct link between effort and achievement. Students are encouraged to seek help and advocate for themselves.

How are Advanced Placement (AP) courses structured at Oxford Academy?

While Oxford Academy primarily follows a one-to-one, individualized approach, AP courses involve a combination of seminar-style and one-to-one learning to meet the college-level expectations of the AP program.

How does Oxford Academy certify its AP courses and report them on a student’s transcript?

To be reported on a student’s transcript, an AP course syllabus must be approved by the College Board. Oxford Academy currently offers AP courses in Language and Literature, Calculus AB, and European History.

What is the credit requirement for an Oxford Academy diploma, and how are credits distributed?

To earn an Oxford diploma, students must accumulate at least 16 credits, distributed across English, mathematics, social studies, science, a foreign language, and approved electives.

What are the key focus areas in Oxford Academy’s English and Language Arts courses?

English courses at Oxford emphasize critical thinking, effective communication, creative writing, analytical writing, and discerning research, fostering intellectual growth in a one-to-one environment.

What skills does Oxford Academy’s History and Social Studies curriculum aim to develop?

The curriculum focuses on conveying cultural respect, understanding historical events, and honing skills necessary for academic success, encouraging students to pursue their own interests.

How does Oxford Academy support mathematical skill development?

The Math program aims to cultivate methodical problem-solving approaches, remediate knowledge gaps, and emphasize time management, study habits, and learning strategies.

What learning strategies does the Science program at Oxford Academy employ?

The Science program utilizes traditional instruction, relevant technologies, and hands-on lab activities to help students grasp diverse science concepts and develop problem-solving and laboratory skills.

What languages are offered in the Foreign Language Department, and how are they taught?

Introductory through advanced study in Spanish and Latin is offered, with one-to-one teaching adapting to each student’s needs and learning style.

What is covered in the Oxford Study Skills course, and how does it benefit students?

The Study Skills course equips students with tools for active learning, improving reading comprehension, and organizing and retaining information for tests or written work.

Take Control of Your Future

Explore Our Campus

Next Stop, Oxford Academy

© Copyright Oxford Academy 2024

1393 Boston Post Road
Westbrook, CT 06498
(860) 399-6247

Oxford Academy is accredited by NEASC, and a member of CAIS, SBSA, and the NAIS.

NEASC logo Oxford is a Member of CAIS SBSA & NAIS